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Jesus’ Departure Sermon. (John 14-17). PART TWO. Major Themes. Jesus as an example of obedience to the Father (John 14:31; 15:10). Joshua 24:15-16 Romans 3:23 1 Peter 1:19 Philippians 2:8 Jesus as an example of love (John 15:12-13). Matthew 22: 37, 39
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Jesus’ Departure Sermon (John 14-17) PART TWO
Major Themes • Jesus as an example of obedience to the Father (John 14:31; 15:10). • Joshua 24:15-16 • Romans 3:23 • 1 Peter 1:19 • Philippians 2:8 • Jesus as an example of love (John 15:12-13). • Matthew 22:37, 39 • Jesus as an example of suffering hatred and persecution (John 15:18-24). • Matt. 16:21-23; 17:22-23; 20:17-19
Jesus’ Departure Sermon (John 14-17) III. Jesus’ Method of Preaching. • Demonstrating concern for the audience (John 14:1, 27). • Challenging the audience to think (John 14:4). • Seeking to move the audience to belief (John 14:10-11).
Jesus’ Departure Sermon (John 14-17) III. Jesus’ Method of Preaching. • Illustrating the point with figures known to the audience (John 15:1-6; 16:21-22). • Seeking to connect with the audience (John 15:13-15). • Preparing the audience for what it may face (John 15:18-24; 16:1-2).
Jesus’ Departure Sermon (John 14-17) III. Jesus’ Method of Preaching. • Reminding the audience of the message (John 14:29; 15:20; 16:4). • Building to a climax (John 16:33).
The Distinctiveness of Jesus’ Message • Jesus prays for unity (17:20-23). • Jesus teaches the exclusiveness of coming to God through Him (14:6). • Jesus teaches the necessity of abiding in Him (15:7-10). • Jesus teaches that love for Him is demonstrated by obedience (14:15, 21, 23; 15:10). • Jesus explains the work and coming of the Holy Spirit (14:16-17, 26; 15:25; 16:7-14). • Jesus teaches the nature of indwelling (14:20, 23).